Oct 2024

The Fall issue of Green & Healthy Maine Homes is here! On the cover, natural wood features strongly in a Brunswick kitchen featuring sustainably made cabinets. Explore the Fall issue.

Project Design: Maines Design | Kitchen Design: balance design studio | Builder: Benjamin & Co | Cabinets: Woodland Cabinetry

Making the shift to whole-home heat pumps

In the name of efficiency, cost and indoor comfort, opting for an efficient and affordable heat pump in place of fossil fuel combustion systems may be the right choice for your household.

But since homes are complex systems, making the switch might impact other areas of your home. Here are some things to know.

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Industry News

Gov Mills signs executive order to boost women in construction

An executive signed by Governor Janet Mills earlier this year aims to alleviate the construction industry’s workforce shortage by improving the recruitment, training and retention of women in the field.

Pre-apprenticeships aim to diversify the trades workforce

Getting more skilled workers into green energy jobs is crucial to fulfilling Maine Won’t Wait goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. With that in mind, Maine Governor’s Energy Office has invested $2 million in pre-apprenticeships to train a more diverse workforce in renewable energy fields.

Green Jobs for ME to prepare 300 workers for renewable energy careers

The green energy economy is growing faster in Maine than anywhere else in New England. To better keep pace with that demand, a free workforce program called Green Jobs for ME is training Mainers for jobs as engineering and construction trades managers.

New website for finding clean energy jobs in Maine

Maine Clean Energy Jobs Network, was launched earlier this year by the Maine Governor’s Energy Office. Jobseekers can find listings for open positions, training opportunities and employers in this growing sector, which spans bioenergy, green buildings, hydropower, wind, solar and more.

New loan options tailored to the needs of financing ADUs

With interest in accessory dwelling units (ADUs) growing and Maine towns and cities loosening zoning restrictions, some local banks are now offering loans that better fit the needs of ADU customers.

Find a green home professional

Check out the green homes business directory to find experts specializing in healthy, efficient, sustainable Maine homes.

Senecal Construction Services

Northeast Heat Pumps

Evergreen Credit Union

Green Clean Maine

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